Mental Math Mystery Picture Reveal: "Round and Adjust" Strategy

Mental Math Mystery Picture Reveal: "Round and Adjust" Strategy This math resource teaches fourth through seventh grade students a useful mental math strategy for subtraction. Students will reveal a mystery picture while practicing the "round and adjust" method to efficiently solve math problems in their heads. This engaging activity works well as an introductory lesson or as a reinforcement tool alongside number talks. It can be implemented in the classroom or through Google Classroom. Clear directions outline options for whole group, small group, partner, or individual work. The skill-building picture reveal motivates students to master this portable mental math skill.